Previously on The Legendary Son-in-law of the Emperor...
Yuhua Mysterious Woman confronts Ye Xuan, who dismisses her master, Emperor Mu. Ye Xuan reveals his true power, terrifying her and hinting at his status as a Great Emperor. He then forcibly infuses her with a conflicting power, sabotaging her quasi-dark Immortal Body and her path to becoming an Emperor, before allowing her to leave, weakened and fearful. Outside, her sect elders are shocked by her condition and vow revenge.
The one who had spoken was none other than Tong Wuji, who had made a swift return!Under the expert guidance of Ye Xuan, Tong Wuji had successfully condensed his third Black Sky Blade, resulting in a significant surge in his power!Elder Chu, who had been in a state of fury, froze entirely upon turning and seeing Tong Wuji. His eye twitched uncontrollably. "You can try it," Tong Wuji declared with a cold tone.Ultimately, the contingent from the Yuhua Immortal Sect departed in dejection, not daring to press the matter further."Why didn't you simply eliminate these individuals outright?" a voice inquired softly beside Tong Wuji.Without even looking, Tong Wuji recognized the speaker as Qingqiu Fox King Tushan Chen. He responded calmly, "Had they deserved death, Emperor Ye would have acted already; there is a reason they were spared.""However, even if these individuals refrain from spreading the news, others are bound to leak it. Once word gets out beyond the Great Ruins, complications will inevitably arise," Tong Wuji stated quietly.Tushan Chen replied indifferently, "What complications? If anyone dares to cause trouble, we shall simply eliminate them all."Tong Wuji cast a sideways glance, "It's been a few days, and your killing intent has grown remarkably fierce?"Tushan Chen remained silent.Seeing this, Tong Wuji did not press the matter further. He was unaware that Tushan Chen's great-grandfather, Tushan Yi, had already passed away. This event had evidently caused some shift in Tushan Chen's state of mind.Further ahead, Duan Qingcang was conversing with Zhou Ye. Following behind Duan Qingcang was Yue Chong. This talented prodigy from the Qilin Continent had finally earned Duan Qingcang's approval and become his sworn follower. When Duan Qingcang eventually ascends to become an Emperor, Yue Chong is destined to be his foremost Emperor General."It appears you harbor unresolved matters with the Yuhua Mysterious Woman. Seeing as she is currently in a precarious situation, do you intend to seek counsel from Ye Xuan?" Duan Qingcang inquired calmly.Zhou Ye rolled his eyes in response to Duan Qingcang, then tapped his thumb against his other fingers, stating leisurely, "I perceive a resemblance between you and someone.""Oh?" Duan Qingcang responded with a smile, "Who might that be?"Zhou Ye began to concentrate, calculating with earnestness, and then declared, "His name is Yulong, and his surname is Zhao.""Zhao Yulong?"Duan Qingcang murmured the name, his eyebrows raising slightly. "I have never heard of him."Zhou Ye placed his hands behind his back, adopting the posture of a learned sage. "Do you understand why that is?"Duan Qingcang gestured for Zhou Ye to continue.Zhou Ye let out a faint chuckle and revealed, "It is because he is already deceased."Duan Qingcang: "..."Zhou Ye suppressed his smile, narrowed his eyes, and declared, "Furthermore, whether the Yuhua Mysterious Woman lives or perishes is of no consequence to me. In fact, from a darker corner of my heart, I would prefer to see her suffer a fate worse than death."At that very moment, Duan Qingcang felt an inexplicable chill course through his being.This close companion of his, though a Daoist hailing originally from the Luguan Platform of Immortal City, was undeniably a truly ruthless individual.Duan Qingcang began to suspect that Zhou Ye, beyond his identity as a Daoist, possessed an additional, enigmatic layer of being, a mysterious background.As for the specifics of this background, even he remained unaware.Naturally, this was because Zhou Ye offered no explanation, and he himself would not pry further.Just as Zhou Ye had never inquired about his own secrets."He is departing," Zhou Ye announced, taking a step to meet his uncle, and they left nonchalantly.Duan Qingcang watched Zhou Ye depart without uttering another word.Among friends, such profound understanding often transcends the need for excessive dialogue.Yue Chong bore witness to this entire exchange."What are your impressions of Zhou Ye?" Duan Qingcang inquired slowly.Yue Chong paused, contemplating the underlying significance of the question, before cupping his hands and replying, "Forgive my limited perception, but I cannot ascertain his true nature."Duan Qingcang chuckled and remarked, "It is precisely because you cannot see through him that you are correct. I have known him for many years, and even I cannot fully comprehend him."Yue Chong remained in silent contemplation."Do not overthink it. Accompany me back to the sect. Your prowess is exceptional, but you lack a certain proficiency in Daoist Magic. Upon our return, I will impart some Secret Techniques to you," Duan Qingcang called out.A surge of joy coursed through Yue Chong. Cupping his fists, he responded, "Thank you, Young Master!"The individuals listed on the Mystic Yellow List were gradually dispersing.Jiang Ya, accompanied by her follower Nie Jing, also set off towards the Kunlun Ruins.Although this excursion to the Great Ruins had not yielded any Immortal Treasures, the gains for everyone involved were substantial. Having absorbed the immense Power of World, all individuals required a period of recuperation. Once this absorbed power is fully assimilated, their respective strengths will experience a significant escalation!The sole individual likely enduring a considerably less favorable outcome would be Hua Ming of Hua Tian Prefecture in Earth State. His earlier attempt to utilize the Shadow Stone to record Ye Xuan's battle against Chi Lei Quasi-Emperor had resulted in him receiving a severe verbal reprimand directly from Ye Xuan.
Thankfully, the formidable presence of Hua Tian Prefecture was present, ensuring Hua Ming's safety. He then entered the World Tree's leaves to absorb a significant amount of the Power of World.
However, when compared to the others, Hua Ming's situation was rather unfortunate.
Due to his severe injuries, his absorption rate was sluggish, resulting in him obtaining the least amount of the Power of World.
Upon exiting the Great Ruins, Hua Tian Prefecture's welcoming party noticed Hua Ming's injuries. The powerful figures from Hua Tian Prefecture were greatly angered and demanded an explanation.
Upon hearing the details, the influential members of Hua Tian Prefecture were filled with indignation.
In their view, Ye Xuan had acted tyrannically, using his strength to oppress the weaker cultivators – a truly despicable act!
When news reached them that Ye Xuan had acquired an Immortal Treasure, their own ambitions began to stir.
Yet, upon realizing the circumstances of Ye Xuan's background, the powerful figures of Hua Tian Prefecture found themselves in a state of hesitation.
The truth that the Cangqiong Pavilion Master, the Guardian God of Xuanzhou, is Ye Xuan’s father, was no longer a secret.
Given their current location within Xuanzhou's domain, any rash actions could potentially provoke the intervention of the Cangqiong Pavilion.
"The most prudent course of action is to disseminate this information widely. Immortal Treasures are not common artifacts; once more individuals are aware of its existence, more will covet it. Even with Ye Xuan's impressive background, he will find it difficult to deter numerous opposing forces."
Thus, Hua Tian Prefecture resolved to spread the news.
Naturally, the individuals from Hua Tian Prefecture were not the only ones harboring such thoughts.
The Qing Flame Saint Heir, the Mind Heart Saint Heir, and the Daffodil Holy Daughter from the Mystic Yellow List also carried this significant news back. They utilized the expansive influence of the Qing Flame Sect, the Mind Heart Sacred Land, and the Daffodil Sect to propagate the information.
Furthermore, Cao Yi, a disciple of the Evergreen Immortal Sect and junior sister to the Evergreen Saint Heir, also harbored the intent to spread the news.
Lei Cang, the inheritor of Xuanzhou’s Heavenly Thunder Dynasty; Mei Qianshan, the inheritor of the Heavenly State Purple Cloud Demon Sect; Cui Feng of the Yushan Ancient Sect; Monk Ask Dust of the Desolate State Gushan Temple; the Winged Little Peng King of the Qing State Demon Race; Jin Baikong of the Heavenly State Hidden Ancient Sect Taiyin Geng Metal Sect; Liu Yuanchen, the inheritor of the Hong State Liu family; the Blood Demon Sky Sect of Hong State; Rakshasa Holy Daughter of the Hong State Ancient Rakshasa Sect; the Saint Heir of Qianjue from the Hong State Primordial Hall; Duan Qingcang of the Heavenly State Qingtian Divine Sect; and Mu Tian of the Divine Continent Hidden Ancient Sect Taishang Eight Diagrams Sect.
The inheritors of these ancient lineages across the Nine States Land had all brought this crucial information back to their respective domains.
Perhaps in Ye Xuan's presence, they would not have dared to act overtly, but the situation outside the Great Ruins was markedly different.
Beyond the confines of the Great Ruins, within the Xuanhuang Great World, the oppressive force of Heavenly Dao Suppression was inescapable.
Regardless of one's immense strength, their power was capped at the Invincible Great Sage level. Ye Xuan's cultivation realm was widely known; he was merely in the Great Sage Realm.
This disparity ignited aspirations in many hearts.
A subtle yet potent force, directed against Ye Xuan, began to quietly coalesce.
And beneath the surface of this burgeoning wave, an even greater tempest was brewing, sweeping across the All Heavens and Myriads of Worlds.
